If you’ve ever felt like your blood pressure has a mind of its own during the summer—or if you’re a patient who’s told me, “Doc, I feel worse when it’s hot”—you’re not imagining things. Managing blood pressure in hot climates comes with its own unique set of challenges. As an internal medicine physician who’s helped…
Summer rolls around, flights are booked, bags packed—and if you’re like many of my patients, there’s one question nagging in the back of your mind: how to manage blood pressure while on vacation without turning your relaxing getaway into a medical checklist. Trust me, as a physician who specializes in hypertension management and someone who’s…
Hey there! If you’re like me and you’ve got hypertension, the thought of traveling abroad can be a bit overwhelming. I get it – managing hypertension while traveling abroad isn’t always as simple as packing your bags and catching a flight. But trust me, it doesn’t have to be stressful either. With a little prep…
🌟 What’s the Big Deal About Blood Pressure? Okay, so here’s the gist: blood pressure is just the force of your blood pushing against your arteries. If it’s too high, your heart’s basically working overtime, and nobody wants that—it’s like driving a car at full speed all day. Not great for the engine. Most people…
So, you’re going through menopause (or maybe you know someone who is), and now you’ve got the extra challenge of dealing with blood pressure issues. It’s not uncommon, trust me. Menopause messes with our hormones, and unfortunately, that can have an effect on our heart health. But don’t stress! I’m here to walk you through…
Dehydration is one of the most overlooked health issues in our busy lives, but it can have significant effects on our well-being, particularly when it comes to blood pressure. Many people don’t realize that insufficient water intake can directly impact heart health, potentially leading to high blood pressure. In this blog post, we’ll explore how…
Alright, picture this: you’re sitting in the doctor’s office, heart racing, and you’re dreading the moment they slap that cuff on your arm. Sound familiar? High blood pressure, or hypertension, is sneaky. It doesn’t make a lot of noise, but it can wreak havoc on your heart and overall health if left unchecked. The good…
Flying is exciting, but if you’ve got high blood pressure, it can feel like you’re rolling the dice a little bit. I’ve had my fair share of long-haul flights where I was super worried about how my blood pressure might react to the cabin pressure, lack of movement, or even just the stress of travel…
` Let’s talk about secondary hypertension—a fancy term for high blood pressure that happens because of another health issue. We usually hear about regular hypertension (the primary kind), but secondary hypertension is sneaky, often tied to things like kidney problems, hormonal imbalances, or even medications. So, if you’re dealing with high blood pressure and can’t…